Chief operating officer of London-based contractor Vascroft, Chandni Vora, was recognised with an MBE for services to business and charity.
Vora received the award on 30 December 2024, among other notable construction industry voices named in the New Year Honours List for 2025.
The Vascroft COO has served at the company for more than 15-years, previously as finance executive before taking on her current position in 2014.
Vascroft was founded by brothers Shashi and Late Arjan Vekaria in the early 1970s, starting out as jobbing painters and general labourers working on the construction of the Barbican Towers.
Vora has worked with charities and communities including: Asian Sports Foundation, Women’s Indian Chamber of Commerce and Industry, British Asian Trust, Project giving, and more.
Vora said on social media: “I am deeply honoured, privileged, and truly overwhelmed by this recognition.
“This award belongs to everyone who has supported me throughout my journey.
“A heartfelt thank you to the many colleagues who have shaped my story – from the early years and now the incredible team at Vascroft Contractors Ltd.
“[To] the community & charities I have been fortunate to work with, thank you for believing in me and allowing me to champion your causes, share your work and support in whatever capacity I am able to.
“As a second-generation British Asian Gujarati woman, this milestone is a testament to the courage of my forefathers who made the UK their home.”
Other notable construction honours include:
- Alexander Adam – Chairman of Springfield Properties plc, for services to the Construction Industry in Scotland (OBE)
- Amos Simbo – Founder of Black Professionals in Construction, for services to the construction Industry and to Diversity (OBE)
- Dr Wei Yang – Chief executive officer and co-founder of Digital Task Force for Planning and chairperson for the Construction Industry Council, for services to the town planning industry (OBE)
- Paul Caddick – Founder of Caddick Group and co-founder of Leeds Rugby Ltd, for services to sport (OBE)
- Gill Riley – Managing director of mini crane supplier GGR Group (CBE)
The full list can be found here.
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